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For military service members, dependents and civilians stationed in England, here are mental health resources available to you.

For military service members, dependents and civilians stationed in England, here are mental health resources available to you. (Prostock-studio - stock.adobe.com)

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Chaplains 

The chapel is a good place to start if you don’t know where to go; they will help you find the resource that fits your needs. Chaplains offer counseling for all personnel regardless of religious preference. Discussions with chaplains are 100 percent confidential. 

  • RAF Alconbury: 01480-84-3343 

  • RAF Croughton: 01280-70-8700 

  • RAF Fairford: 01280-70-8700 

  • RAF Lakenheath: 0163-852-3711 

  • RAF Mildenhall: 01638-54-2822 

  • RAF Molesworth: 01480-84-1533 

Military & Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) 

MFLCs offer free non-medical anonymous sessions with specialists for adults, adolescents, children and families. Connections can be made through your local Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC), or by calling the MFLC directly using the numbers below. 

  • RAF Alconbury: 07880-64-0139 

  • RAF Croughton: 07908-74-5352 

  • RAF Lakenheath & RAF Feltwell: 07826-28-6432 and 07828-29-5949 

  • RAF Mildenhall: 07826-28-5039 and 07826-29-5201 

  • RAF Molesworth: 07342-87-0880 

  • For youth, there are MFLC resources available at DoWEA schools and youth centers. 

Mental/Behavioral Health Office at your Medical Facility 

The mental/behavioral health office at your local facility is available for active-duty service members, with some services also available for dependents. Contact your local office for details on their programs. 

• RAF Alconbury: 01480-84-4503 

• RAF Croughton: 07718-51-2740 

• RAF Lakenheath: 01638-52-8603 

Military OneSource 

Confidential, short term non-medical counseling is offered for free via Military OneSource for active-duty members and their dependents. Visit the website to access options via phone, chat or video.  

Crisis Lines

The Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) and Military Crisis Line (MCL) are available 24/7 for free confidential mental health support. 

  • Call: 844-702-5495 

  • DSN: 988 

  • Text: 838255 

  • Online chat

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